How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in South Lyon, Michigan?

There are 13 child daycare & preschools daycares in South Lyon, Michigan, out of 16 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in South Lyon?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in South Lyon have an average Google rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in South Lyon?

When choosing a daycare in South Lyon, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Michigan's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Michigan) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in South Lyon?

South Lyon offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

What is the average cost of daycare in Michigan?

Daycare costs in Michigan typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in South Lyon for current pricing.

Are daycares in South Lyon licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in South Lyon must be licensed by Michigan's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in South Lyon, MI — Compare 13+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Lyon

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

1
Hour Kidz
4.8 score
5(20)
22310 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Hour Kidz (Metro EHS) in South Lyon is a therapy center, not a traditional daycare, with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the staff for expertise, compassion, and significant progress with children having complex medical needs, learning disabilities, and speech/developmental delays.
Skilled and compassionate therapistssignificant developmental progress documentedstaff treat children like familyaccommodating to parental conc
2
Rainbow Child Care Center
4.8 score
5(20)
51838 Ten Mile Rd., South Lyon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 153 children
Rainbow Child Care Center (South Lyon KinderCare) receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and clean, well-organized facilities. Parents consistently highlight the director Ms. Deb and her team's dedication, strong communication with families, and the center's comprehensive activities and programs that support children's development.
Warm and caring staffDirector Ms. Deb praised for consistency and personal relationships with childrenclean and well-maintained facilitiesage-appropriate curriculum and activities
3
Crossroads Christian Early Education
4.72 score
5(13)
28900 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 39 children
Crossroads Christian Early Education receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality teaching staff, and beautiful facilities. Parents highlight the Christian-centered approach, engaging pastoral leadership, and sense of community as key strengths. The daycare is recommended for families seeking faith-based early childhood education with personal attention to their children.
welcoming environmentwonderful teachersbeautiful facilitiesreasonable pricing
4
South Lyon Cooperative Preschool At First Methodist Chur
4.64 score
5(9)
640 S Lafayette Street, South Lyon, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 30 children
South Lyon Cooperative Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring teachers, play-based learning approach, and strong parental involvement opportunities. Parents highlight the warm, supportive community environment and note significant developmental growth in their children, including improved social skills and school readiness.
Caring and professional teachersparental involvement in classroomplay-based learning with student cho
5
Cross Of Christ Christian Lutheran Preschool
4.51 score
4.8(9)
24155 Griswold Rd, South Lyon, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 25 children
Cross of Christ Christian Lutheran Preschool receives consistently high ratings, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and pastoral care. Most reviews focus on the church's religious mission and community, with one parent noting their son is treated well despite concerns about religious instruction.
Friendly and welcoming staffwarm church communitystrong Lutheran traditionsgood music
6
Happy Feet Learning Center
3.47 score
3.2(10)
62345 W Eight Mile, South Lyon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Happy Feet Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviewers praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and individualized attention to children's learning and development over multi-year enrollments. Negative reviewers report serious concerns about staff professionalism, high teacher turnover, disrespectful communication, inappropriate child discipline, and inadequate hygiene practices.
child engagement and enthusiasm for schoolexperienced and caring teachersindividualized attention to each child's needsconsistent staff effort to help families

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in South Lyon

4.5 - 5.0

6

4.0 - 4.4

1

3.0 - 3.9

1

Below 3

0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in South Lyon, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.44avg rating

13 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

4.93avg rating

3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

South Lyon zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
48178	16	4.63	6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in South Lyon (16–250 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in South Lyon based on parent reviews

Hour Kidz

5(20)

22310 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI

Hour Kidz (Metro EHS) in South Lyon is a therapy center, not a traditional daycare, with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the staff for expertise, compassion, and significant progress with children having complex medical needs, learning disabilities, and speech/developmental delays.

Skilled and compassionate therapistssignificant developmental progress documentedstaff treat children like family

Rainbow Child Care Center

5(20)

51838 Ten Mile Rd., South Lyon, MI

Rainbow Child Care Center (South Lyon KinderCare) receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and clean, well-organized facilities. Parents consistently highlight the director Ms. Deb and her team's dedication, strong communication with families, and the center's comprehensive activities and programs that support children's development.

Warm and caring staffDirector Ms. Deb praised for consistency and personal relationships with childrenclean and well-maintained facilities

S. Lyon Early Childhood Center

4(3)

310 North Warren Street, South Lyon, MI

One parent describes the center as an awesome, affordable part-time preschool option that effectively prepares children for kindergarten, while another reports a great experience and plans to return. However, a single critical review warns against the school, citing concerns about unmonitored specialists, lack of teacher engagement with learning abilities, and unresponsive office staff.

affordable part-time preschooleffective kindergarten preparationpositive experience for preschoolers

Bartlett Kids Club

5

350 School Street, South Lyon, MI

Happy Feet Learning Center

3.2(10)

62345 W Eight Mile, South Lyon, MI

Happy Feet Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviewers praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and individualized attention to children's learning and development over multi-year enrollments. Negative reviewers report serious concerns about staff professionalism, high teacher turnover, disrespectful communication, inappropriate child discipline, and inadequate hygiene practices.

child engagement and enthusiasm for schoolexperienced and caring teachersindividualized attention to each child's needs

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Child Daycare & Preschools in South Lyon, Michigan

There are 13 child daycare & preschools in South Lyon, Michigan, making up 81% of the 16 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in South Lyon have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.93 stars. Our analysis covers 124 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in South Lyon, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in South Lyon, MI

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